Don't get me wrong, there are definitely fundamentals to sewing that you really must learn, practice, and master to get great results with your sewing and work with sewing patterns. But honestly, if enough people complain, and ask why something is done in that certain way, you have to start consider
Learn how to hem lace with four different methods. Lace is a beautiful fabric to work with and sewing it can be easy if you know the right techniques.
*Since there were so many requests for this tutorial after the Ruffled Scarf post , I thought I would post one on the main page, so no one m...
Learn how to get really flat seams when you sew with just a few simple steps, and a tool you already have in your house right now!
I was never taught how to make clothes, but it was one of those things I so very much wanted to be able to do. So a few years back I began my dressmaking journey (one I’m still on today…
Thinking of learning how to sew? Pick up these 15 affordable items and you''ll have the must haves for sewing beginners! Click to see the list!
Learn how to sew piping to use it in any seam. It's a great detail to add to clothing. You can sew piping with or without a piping foot.
I’ll be honest, for a long time pins were pins. I had them, I used them, I gave them very little thought. Turns out its really handy to know what different pins are out there, and…
You know how it’s always about the details. When sewing with knits, the details really matter. Learn about those details and why they they make a difference.
After posting my navy lace scout tee I got a few questions asking how I french seamed my armholes. It can seem a little confusing at first but, as with apparently all of my tutorials, I promise it really is very easy. I'm first going to do a run through of the french seam and then will show you how to apply it to the armhole. Just a few notes before we begin... 1. french seams are usually best used on light to medium weight fabric. 2. French seams require you to split your seam allowance in two parts. This tutorial is done using a 1/2
Get started sewing with jersey knit fabrics with these simple instructions. Learn about sewing jersey fabric and sewing knit fabric on your sewing machine.
One of my favorite sources for entertainment and information is the podcast. I love listening to them in the car or when I hunker down for a long day of sewing. Podcasts are a great way to learn about something really specific or learn about things from a different perspective. And often they’re jus
They say you don’t really know something until you try to teach it. True. Stumbling while I explained to a group of middle school students how to sew was eye-opening. As I taught them, they taught …
The fully lined, sleeveless bodice can look like a real challenge. Sewing School is here to show how to acheive this painlessly. We'd even say it's fun!
These free online children's sewing lessons are a great way to keep your kids busy and engaged over the summer. The summer is the perfect time to encou ...
Interfacing, interlining and linings all sound very similar, and it can therefore get a bit confusing when you first discover them, especially as these terms are sometimes used interchangeably. But…
Sewing is one of those skills that I want my kids to learn. It is practical and fun. A great project for kids to start with is a one piece pillowcase.
Whoever made up the phrase ‘I can’t even sew a straight line!’ didn’t know what they were talking about because sewing a straight line is one of the hardest things to master. I’ve been sewing for too
A tutorial on how to sew welt pockets.
Subscribe to my weekly email and download your free knit fabric cheat sheet. What’s up?! I’m Elizabeth Sew something creative I help women build their sewing skills and explore creativity in sewing. I’m Elizabeth Farr, and I want to give you the tips, inspiration and ideas to help you sew what you want to whether … Knit Fabric Cheat Sheet Read More »
How much fabric do I need? It’s an important question that every sewist must answer before beginning any new sewing project. But it can be a challenging skill to learn at first. Here are my 21 top tips for learning how to determine how much fabric you need.
Want to learn to sew pajama pants? You're in luck. You can make these without needing to purchase a pattern. Easy beginner sewing project!
So, it occurred to me…after receiving several emails from you lovelies…that maybe I should give you a run down of how to sew with bias tape after I posted the Double Oven Mitt Tutorial here last year (umm, did I really just type LAST year!) This project uses quite a bit of bias tape and I didn’t […]
Learn how to Grading Altering Sewing Pattern Sizes. Modify your patterns to use the sizes that fit your body with this easy tutorial.
Justine over at Sew Country Chick gives some really great tips for sewing with Silk Chiffon. -Sewtorial
Subscribe to my weekly email and download your free knit fabric cheat sheet. What’s up?! I’m Elizabeth Sew something creative I help women build their sewing skills and explore creativity in sewing. I’m Elizabeth Farr, and I want to give you the tips, inspiration and ideas to help you sew what you want to whether … Knit Fabric Cheat Sheet Read More »
The easiest explanation of how to sew a pillow cover with piping! Even a beginner can do this! Step by step with photos and video.
Learn how to sew a zipper to put in any bag or pouch. This lined tutorial looks really great and is a beginner sewing project!
Are you ready to learn how to make SVG files? SVGs are really fun to design and it's easier than you might think. I'll show you how I learned to make SVG files
Today I wanted to do a video on sewing over thick seams. I know it can be really frustrating when you’re sewing along and your machine gets “stuck” as you […]
Hey friends! I have been trying to think of ways to be more environmentally friendly when I am quilting. I am really thoughtful about the beautiful fabrics I select and I want to use every scrap so that nothing goes to waste. Today I am sharing a scrap buster tutorial to make a quilted bookmark! How to make a quilted bookmark: Materials: Fusible Midweight Interfacing Quilter's Cotton Scraps Sewing Machine Iron & Pressing Mat Other Helpful materials: 6 1/2
*Message from the author* I’m having to take a break from blogging due to personal reasons, but I’m aware some of the links on this page are no longer working. Please be assured I will…
The easiest explanation of how to sew a pillow cover with piping! Even a beginner can do this! Step by step with photos and video.
Most of us do! Follow along with me on Periscope and learn the alterations I do every day. You can watch me, as I cut and sew them live!
In this video, I'll be sharing the step-by-step process of sewing an all-in-one facing to a tank top. An all-in-one facing is a facing piece that is used to finish both the neckline and the armhole with one piece of fabric, as opposed to a separate facing for the armhole and a separate facing for th
In this sewing tutorial, I want to talk about different types of seams.
